Public Policy

Oliver Wyman’s Public Policy practice leverages the full range of the firm's industry knowledge and functional expertise in the interest of public policy solutions that have real impact. Core areas of activity include the development of financial sector strategy, the reform of regulatory and supervisory approaches, the establishment or improvement of market infrastructure and the development of policies or mechanisms to protect the interests of consumers and investors.

Financial Sector Strategy

Based on our deep understanding of the industry and its dynamics, Oliver Wyman advises governments in shaping their approach to the financial sector. We design strategies to enhance the competitiveness of financial centers, assess the effectiveness of institutional structures, and guide authorities in their response to financial crisis. We also advise governments in their role as owners of key financial institutions, for instance in designing appropriate governance structures and processes.

Regulation and Supervision
Oliver Wyman's public policy experts advise international standard setters and national regulators on regulatory matters. Our experts provide guidance on the establishment or reform of regulatory institutions -- defining mandates, resource requirements, governance and operational aspects. We regularly engage on the development and implementation of international standards, national regulations and supervisory approaches. Where supervisors are forced to intervene in crisis situations, our sector specialists support them in the stabilization and restructuring of failing financial institutions.

Market Infrastructure
We support our clients in developing infrastructure that truly enhances the efficiency of market mechanisms, for instance by reducing information asymmetries, increasing transparency or reducing counterparty risk. Our experts provide advice on both institutional arrangements and on methodological questions. Their expertise covers a broad range of functionalities, including deposit insurance funds, credit bureaus, rating agencies, trading venues and post-trade infrastucture providers.

Consumer/ Investor Protection
Oliver Wyman helps authorities define rules and mechanisms to ensure the protection of the legitimate interests of consumers and investors. Our experts advise on strategies to encourage the flow of credit and the development of appropriate pension and savings frameworks. We also provide support on the development of user-friendly product and disclosure standards.

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